Alison House

Edinburgh

About Alison House

Alison House is a children and young people's care home located in Edinburgh, operated by City of Edinburgh Council. At its most recent Care Inspectorate inspection in November 2025, the home achieved an average grade of Good (4 out of 6), reflecting a solid standard of care and support for the young people it serves.

The home provides general care for children and young people, offering a supportive residential environment within the City of Edinburgh area. As a council-operated service, Alison House works within established local authority frameworks to ensure the wellbeing and development of the young residents in its care.

Situated in Edinburgh, the home benefits from its location within a vibrant city, providing young people with access to local amenities, education, and community resources. Families and professionals seeking residential care for children and young people in the Edinburgh area may find Alison House a suitable option to consider.

Last Inspection

4 November 2025

Care Inspectorate Grades

Care homes in Scotland are graded on a 6-point scale (1-6) across five key questions. Grades range from Unsatisfactory (1) to Excellent (6).

Wellbeing Support

How well do we support people's wellbeing?

Good4

Care Planning

How good is our care and support planning?

Good4

Setting

How good is our setting?

Good4

Staff Team

How good is our staff team?

Good4

Leadership

How good is our leadership?

Good4

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5 Questions to Ask on Your Visit

When visiting Alison House, consider asking...

1.How do you support young people to maintain contact with their family?
2.What education and skills development is available?
3.How do you handle situations where a young person is distressed or at risk?
4.How are young people involved in decisions about their own care?
5.What does the transition plan look like as a young person approaches adulthood?

5 Things to Look For on Your Visit

When you visit Alison House, look out for...

1.Does the environment feel homely and age-appropriate, not institutional?
2.Do staff interact with young people as individuals, not just service users?
3.Is there evidence of personalisation -- young people's own belongings, artwork, choices?
4.Do young people seem comfortable and relaxed around staff?
5.Is the atmosphere positive and nurturing, or tense and controlled?